About Canadians For A Civil Society

Canadians For A Civil Society (CCS) is a non-profit organization committed to advancing human dignity, a culture of peace, and the full enjoyment of the human birthright to a life free of fear and want: The Foundations of a Civil Society.

This posting will remain open until filled. The board of directors meets once a month; this position requires a commitment of 2-4 hours a week. If you have any questions, please feel free to email us at

Profile

The Director of Communications & Marketing is a key member of the leadership team at Canadians For A Civil Society, responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive communications strategy that elevates the organization's public profile, strengthens its brand, and supports its mission. This role requires a strategic thinker with exceptional communication, interpersonal, and project management skills.

Key Responsibilities

• To prepare priorities for board composition,

• To meet with prospective board members and cultivate membership,

• To conduct orientation sessions for new board members and to organize training sessions for the entire board, and

• To suggest new, non-board individuals for committee membership.

Qualifications

• Preferred but not required - Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field OR
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in communications and marketing roles, preferably within the non-profit sector.
• Proven experience in developing and executing successful communications strategies.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Experience with social media management tools and platforms.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Worskpace, Canva, and Trello
• Strong project management and organizational skills.